MONDAY, MAY 7, 2012
OPENING OF THE 11th SESSION
PERMANENT FORUM ON INDIGENOUS ISSUES
UNITED NATIONS WEBCAST
11th session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues - Opening
Photo credit: UN Photo/Devra Berkowitz
UN Photo: Ed John at Opening
Grand Chief Edward John (Akile Ch'oh) Hereditary Chief of Tl'azt'en Nation
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Immediately following his election by acclamation as Chairperson of the Permanent Forum, Edward John, from Canada, said: “There is a continuing need for all of us […] to take collaborative and coordinated actions, bold and effective, to address the continued discrimination, racism, marginalization, extreme poverty and conflict faced by indigenous peoples,” urging action over indifference, “because indifference is the breeding ground for intolerance.” |
Monday, May 7, 2012
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AUDIO: 7 May 11 AM - Floor or Original
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AUDIO: 7 May 11 AM - English
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AUDIO: 7 May 11 AM - Spanish
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AUDIO: 7 May 11 PM - Floor or Original
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AUDIO: 7 May 11 PM - English
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AUDIO: 7 May 11 PM - Spanish
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STATEMENT |
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7 May 2012 United Nations Permanent Forum 11th Session New York, 7-18 May 2012 |
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Item 3 Discussion on the special theme for the year: The Doctrine of Discovery: its enduring impact on indigenous peoples and the right to redress for past conquests (Articles 28 and 37 of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples).  Arthur Manuel Secwepemc Nation British Columbia, Canada STATEMENT BY ARTHUR MANUEL ON BEHALF OF THE GLOBAL CAUCUS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES |
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This presentation consists of recommendations and concerns of the Global Caucus during its preparatory meeting on May 5th. It was diligently crafted by the excellent team of rapporteurs and writing team of the Global Caucus and represents the collectives position of the Indigenous Peoples who contributed to the statement through presentations to the Global Caucus. It was considered by the Indigenous Peoples who heard the presentation as an accurate representation of their recommendations to the PFII. (more) |
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MEETING |
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7 May 2012 Economic and Social Council HR/5086 Department of Public Information News and Media Division, New York Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues Eleventh Session 1st & 2nd Meetings (AM & PM) |
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AS PERMANENT FORUM OPENS, DEPUTY SECRETARY-GENERAL SAYS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES MUST BE INVOLVED ‘EVERY STEP OF THE WAY’ IN ALL DECISIONS ON DEVELOPMENT |
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Afternoon Panel Addresses Session’s Theme: ‘The Doctrine of Discovery’; Speakers Say Framework of Domination Created Whose Effects Continue Today Indigenous peoples must be involved “every step of the way”, and only with their free, prior and informed consent, in all efforts to define priorities and programmes for their sustainable and culturally appropriate development, Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro said this morning, opening the eleventh session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. (more) |
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PRESS RELEASE |
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7 May 2012 Deputy Secretary-General DSG/SM/616 HR/5087 Department of Public Information News and Media Division, New York Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues Eleventh Session |
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TIME FOR STORIES OF STRUGGLES, EXPLOITATION OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES WORLDWIDE TO CHANGE, DEPUTY SECRETARY-GENERAL TELLS FORUM AT OPENING |
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Following are UN Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro’s remarks to the opening of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues: I am honoured to join you. I welcome the indigenous peoples from around the world. Many of you have travelled far to be with us. I also welcome the distinguished members of the Permanent Forum. This Forum is the only body within the United Nations system fully dedicated to addressing indigenous peoples’ issues and advancing the rights and well-being of indigenous communities. You can help make the United Nations more responsive to the aspirations and needs of indigenous peoples. I reaffirm our commitment to working closely with you. (more) |
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PRESS CONFERENCE |
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7 May 2012 Department of Public Information News and Media Division, New York |
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PRESS CONFERENCE ON OPENING OF UNITED NATIONS PERMANENT FORUM ON INDIGENOUS ISSUES |
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The enduring impact of historical wrongs must be a priority for States as they reviewed their relationships with indigenous groups, emphasized leaders and activists at a Headquarters press conference marking the opening today of the eleventh annual United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. (more) |
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WEBCAST English [and French with translator] Running time: 00:48:56 |
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- Bienvenu Okiemy, Minister of Communications and Relations with the Parliament of the Republic of the Congo - Grand Chief Ed John, a lawyer, Canadian indigenous activist and Chairperson of the Permanent Forum - Megan Davis, Rapporteur of the Permanent Forum and Director of the Indigenous Law Centre of Australia’s University of New South Wales - Tonya Gonella Frichner, a lawyer and Native American activist from the Onondaga Nation and former member of the Permanent Forum |
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PRESS RELEASE Note No. 6346 |
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‘INDIGENOUS PEOPLES AND FOOD SOVEREIGNTY’ EXHIBITION OPENS AT UNITED NATIONS |
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An exhibition entitled “Indigenous Peoples and Food Sovereignty” will open with a cultural event and reception on Tuesday, 8 May, at 6:15 p.m. in the Main Gallery of the Visitors Lobby, marking the eleventh session of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, at Headquarters, from 7 to 18 May. (more) |
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PRESS RELEASE |
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4 May 2012 Economic and Social Council HR/5085 Department of Public Information News and Media Division, New York |
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Background Release |
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INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ FORUM, 7–18 MAY, MARKS ANNIVERSARY OF DECLARATION ON INDIGENOUS RIGHTS, AT HIGH-LEVEL EVENT 17 MAY |
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A high-level event convened by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to mark the fifth anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples will be part of a two-week meeting beginning at United Nations Headquarters in New York on Monday. (more) |
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UNITED NATIONS RADIO |
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7 May 2012 Forum brings Indigenous Peoples from around the world to UN
LISTEN Duration: 2’30″ |
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The Eleventh Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues opened in New York Monday. This year's special theme is "The Doctrine of Discovery: Its Enduring Impact on Indigenous Peoples and the Right to Redress for Past Conquests." Around 2,000 indigenous delegates from around the world are expected to attend the annual meeting. Julie Walker reports. |
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7 May 2012 Indigenous people's forum looks at impact of past conquests, right to food
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The impact of the Age of Discovery on indigenous people is the focus of the latest session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues which opened in New York on Monday. |
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7 May 2012 Interview with Mirna Cunningham, outgoing UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues Chair |
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Close to 2,000 indigenous representatives from around the world have gathered at UN Headquarters for the latest session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, aimed at advancing the rights and well-being of indigenous peoples, who number some 370 million worldwide. (more) |
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7 May 2012 Indigenous peoples of Nicaragua work for autonomy
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Dr. Mirna Cunningham of the Miskito people of Nicaragua. Dianne Penn first asked her about the Miskito people who live in the north-eastern part of Nicaragua. |
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UN NEWS CENTRE |
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7 May 2012 |
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WORK REMAINS TO REALIZE RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES, SAYS DEPUTY UN CHIEF |
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Five years after the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples was adopted, a great deal remains to be done to realize the objectives contained in that landmark document, Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro said today. (more) |
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OTHER MEDIA |
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Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues Eleventh session New York, 7 - 18 May 2012 Agenda Item 4(a): Implementation of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Speaker: National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo |
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Joint Statement of the Assembly of First Nations, Chiefs of Ontario, Grand Council of the Crees (Eeyou Istchee), Amnesty International, Canadian Friends Service Committee (Quakers), KAIROS: Canadian Ecumenical Justice Initiatives |
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Indian Country Today 7 May 2012 |
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THE U.N. PERMANENT FORUM ON INDIGENOUS ISSUES WILL BE DOMINATED BY DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY |
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Indigenous delegates will come away from the 11th Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) with a deeper understanding of the centuries-old ideology that continues to deprive them of full human rights, freedom and self-determination. (more) |
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Episcopal News Service 7 May 2012 |
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ECUMENICAL PANEL KICKS OFF UN FORUM ON INDIGENOUS ISSUES |
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The Episcopal Church and other faith groups were among the sponsors of the U.N. panel session, titled “Churches Disavow the Doctrine of Discovery: Calling for Poverty Alleviation and Healing,” which sought to address education, land rights, reconciliation, healing and practical next steps. It was attended by nearly two dozen people. (more) |
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